Cryptic crossword clue
Publication behind 2s, perhaps 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MAGNATES

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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The straight part
We know that "2s, perhaps" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case 2s, perhaps = magnates.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does MAGNATES mean?

MAGNATES noun
  1. Powerful industrialist; captain of industry.
  2. A person of rank, influence or distinction in any sphere.

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